Licensed Dental Hygienist
Listed compensation
$42-$49/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumedWeekdays only
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations and time off.
Job Description
Join a mission-driven nonprofit organization in Fairmont, MN, dedicated to improving access to quality oral healthcare. We are seeking a full-time Licensed Dental Hygienist to provide patient-centered preventive and therapeutic care while promoting oral health education in the community.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay
Flexible Schedule: No evenings or weekends! Full time 4-5 days/wk preferred, part-time as needed.
Loan Forgiveness Opportunities
- Up to $55,000 for full-time
- Up to $30,000 for part-time
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- 401(k) with employer match
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability, including maternity leave
Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Up to 4 weeks PTO
- 6 paid holidays
Additional Perks
- Licensure renewal reimbursement
- Scrub allowance
- Continuing education support
Key Responsibilities
- Perform dental prophylaxis and periodontal therapies, including scaling & root planning
- Conduct oral cancer screenings and periodontal charting
- Educate patients on oral hygiene and preventive care
- Take and develop dental x-rays
- Collaborate with dental providers to ensure comprehensive patient care
- Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with safety protocols
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited dental hygiene program
- Active Minnesota dental hygiene license in good standing
- Current CPR (BLS) certification
$42 - $49 an hour
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in a supportive, community-focused environment. Apply today to join our dedicated team!
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Dental Hygiene Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Minnesota is 98.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$95k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $96k in an average-cost state. 63.4% of Minnesota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Apple Tree Dental holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 8 active listings.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 9.2 / 10 · top 5% in dental hygienist | ranked against 2,151 Dental Hygienist listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $87k–$102k | Dental Hygienist median $131k (middle half $116k–$154k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$96k in purchasing power | Minnesota index 98.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Dental Hygienist listings in Minnesota | 114 active | 5,700 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 53% no call · 60% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Apple Tree Dental | silver tier, 70/100 | Top Employers work-life index8 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Dental Hygienist at Apple Tree Dental a 9.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Dental Hygienist — ranked against 2,151 active Dental Hygienist listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
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